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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Oman to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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